When the body is unable to absorb or get the necessary nutrients from the food we eat, it results in a nutritional deficiency. Such nutritional deficiencies can cause various health problems, such as digestive distress, skin problems, stunted growth, poor development, and dementia.
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I have been diabetic for a long time. How to plan my diet?
Query: Hi doctor,I am a 56-year-old female. I have been diabetic for the past seven years. I take Metformin and Pioglitazone for that. My question is whether taking only plant-based food causes any nutrition deficiency since they say diabetic people are prone to have vitamin B12 deficiency. In that case, d... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your query and concern. First, you need to keep track of your Hba1c (glycated hemoglobin) for diabetes control. The glycemic load of the meal is important, as excess sugar will lead to conversion in fat and increased diabetes complications. Here are a few... Read Full »
Please suggest a diet plan for my 58-year-old mother based on her reports.
Query: Hello doctor, My mother is aged 58 years, and at present, her physical activity is very, very less as she is unable to walk with herself, and all activities like going for rest toom, bathing, etc., are performed with the help of my father. She takes one to two roti with vegetables in the morning ar... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I think you have not attached all the files. The reports are not complete. Please attach the remaining pages of the report. Read Full »
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